Average
#1540 of 2,221 schools in MO
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
School · JEFFERSON CITY
812 ST MARY'S BLVD, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 17 schools in Jefferson City. Learn more
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,540 of 2,221
In Jefferson City
#12 of 18
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
JEFFERSON CITY
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
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About Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr is a public school in Jefferson City, MO, part of JEFFERSON CITY. Southwest Early Childhood Ctr serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,540 of 2,221 schools in MO.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- MO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Southwest Early Childhood Ctr sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Southwest Early Childhood Ctr Compares
See how Southwest Early Childhood Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
812 ST MARY'S BLVD, Jefferson City, MO 65109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Early Childhood Ctr may also want to explore other schools in the area. SOUTH ELEM. (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELAIR ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| SOUTH ELEM. Jefferson City | 0.7 mi | 8.8 |
| HELIAS CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THORPE J. GORDON ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| WEST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| JEFFERSON CITY HIGH Jefferson City | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| MOREAU MONTESSORI SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.7 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Jefferson City | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| MOREAU HEIGHTS ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| EAST ELEM. Jefferson City | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| H KENNETH KIRCHNER SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.1 mi | — |
| CAPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| BELAIR ELEM. Jefferson City | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Jefferson City | 3.3 mi | 6.4 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK MIDDLE Jefferson City | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| RIVER OAK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE PREPARATORY ACADEMY Jefferson City | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,430
Median Home Value
$204,700
Median Rent
$828/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
44.6%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
17.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.7
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
What grades does Southwest Early Childhood Ctr serve?
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Southwest Early Childhood Ctr?
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Early Childhood Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Early Childhood Ctr is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Early Childhood Ctr rank in MO?
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr ranks #1,540 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Southwest Early Childhood Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwest Early Childhood Ctr a charter school?
No, Southwest Early Childhood Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Early Childhood Ctr a Title I school?
No, Southwest Early Childhood Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Early Childhood Ctr?
60.4% of students at Southwest Early Childhood Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 283
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cole County
- Phone
- (573) 659-3190
Resources & Links
District
JEFFERSON CITY- District Enrollment
- 8,560
- Schools in District
- 18
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,522
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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